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Banishing burnout 

Sometimes it seems there are a few too many demands, deadlines, 

unforeseen changes, uncertainties and moving parts to keep up with 

in life. Trying to keep up can cause stress, which, if not relieved, can 

accumulate and lead to burnout. 

• Markers of burnout include feeling continually drained; having frequent 

headaches or muscle pain; becoming detached from others; having 

feelings of hopelessness, negativity and irritability; withdrawing from 

activities; and losing motivation.

• Create a list of the specific problem areas in your work and personal 

life that seem to routinely cause you uncomfortable stress. Brainstorm 

at least one way to modify each situation to reduce its stressfulness.

• Set boundaries. Many people get in the habit of trying to do too much 

and help too much. However, there’s no harm in telling others that 

you’re feeling depleted and can’t begin new tasks at present.

Additional sources: PsychologyToday.com, HelpGuide.org.

Digital emotional wellbeing program

Stress is part of our everyday life, but chronic stress that goes untreated 

can spiral into conditions like anxiety or depression. April is Stress 

Awareness Month and with the Digital Emotional Wellbeing Program, 

available via mobile app and your member website, you can learn skills 

like breathing techniques, mindful meditation and coping skills to improve 

how you deal with stress and adversity. Visit your member website to get 

started on your journey towards better emotional wellbeing.

Live Webinar—Join our 

informative webinar, Overcome 

Exhaustion and Burnout, on 

Wednesday, April 13. Register 

here.

Contact your program

24/7/365

for confidential, no-cost help 

for you and your household 

members.

Employee Assistance Program

1-866-580-9046 (TTY 711)

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Mind Your Mental Health

April is Stress Awareness Month

Stress is a normal part of human existence. Good stress (eustress) pushes us to strive and achieve, but bad stress—

particularly when it’s severe and/or lasts a long time—is highly destructive to our health. Stress Awareness Month 

reminds us to take action if we spot signs of unhealthy stress.

• Build in more balance. If you feel overly burdened by the daily slog, insist on making room for meaning in your life—

via your family, friends or creative hobbies.

• Talk it out. When under stress, it’s important to not self-isolate—despite the temptation to do so. Talk with someone 

who can empathize with your situation. Sharing your struggle can help calm the nervous system and reduce stress.

• Aim to be active. While being active may not seem appealing when you’re stressed, getting some regular exercise will 

boost your mind/body resilience.

Visit MagellanHealthcare.com/about/bh-resources/mymh or call your program for confidential mental 

health resources.

Working on Wellness

More stress busters

• When you’re feeling stress, it’s important to focus on 

the building blocks of good self-care such as eating 

nutritious food, getting more rest and engaging in 

healthy practices such as meditation, progressive 

muscle relaxation, yoga or deep breathing.

• Have a “third space.” Although work and family may 

consume most of your time, have a separate place 

to explore your interests, relax and recharge. Such 

activities—gardening, reading, crafting, painting, 

fishing or game nights—help you maintain a distinct 

identity and manage stress.

Managing Work-Life Flow

Simplify your life

When you’re surrounded by stuff in life, you pay a price 

for that. When it’s a lot of stuff, there’s quite a cost 

indeed. Consider simplifying your life; this gives you 

more time, space, energy, resources...and enjoyment. You 

could start by decluttering one room at a time. Work on 

replacing bad/negative mental habits that impede you. 

Limit time-wasting distractions. Forego relationships 

that are one-sided or draining; focus on the mutually 

supportive relationships you value.

Money Matters

April 2022 financial webinars

Your Debt-Free Game Plan. April 12th. Register here: 9 am PT | 12 pm PT

Debt is one of the biggest obstacles keeping Americans from reaching financial goals, so this class encourages you to 

prioritize debt management. But it doesn’t stop there! We’ll also go over specific debt reduction strategies and help you 

explore a plan that you can sustain. We will also review how to write and follow SMART goals, so you can leave this class 

motivated and more confident about reducing your debt.

Getting & Keeping Good Credit. April 28th. Register here: 9 am PT | 12 pm PT

Credit scores influence personal finances in more ways than most people realize. Whether it’s your auto insurance 

premium or the interest rate on your mortgage, you want your credit score to be deemed “excellent”. We’ll discuss the 

criteria that determines a credit score, as well as how to establish new credit, how to recover from credit challenges, and 

best practices for maintaining an excellent credit score.